Vascular Plants of the Gila Wilderness

Presented in Association with theWestern New Mexico University Department
of Natural Sciences

Fallopia baldschuanica (Regel) Holub (Chinese Fleece Vine)

Family: Polygonaceae

Status: Exotic

Synonyms:Polygonum aubertii L. HenryPolygonum baldschuanicum Regel

Fallopia baldschuanica is a vine found escaping gardens and overgrowing fences in Silver City. The
leaves are thick and heavily veined. The fruits have winged callosities that resemble the
fruits of Rumex. Fallopia baldschuanica is not found growing in the wilderness.
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